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Ocean Salinity and the Factors Affecting It

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Which of the following sea do not have higher than normal salinity?

A

Red Sea

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Persian Sea

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Baltic Sea

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Mediterranean Sea

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The correct option is C Baltic Sea
Marginal areas of oceans or marginal seas like the Baltic Sea records low salinity due to influx of river waters in large quantity while others are partially landlocked, high evaporation and a low influx of fresh water.

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